Ch.6

What is the sentence repeated three times at the end of Judges? What does it mean? (3)

"There was no king in Israel; every man did what was right in his own eyes." It means that Israel was ignoring her King enthroned at Shiloh.

Who is Abimelech? What does his name mean? How does he die? (3)

Abimelech is Gideon's son. His name means "my father is king." He is a serpent whose life ends with his head being crushed by a stone.

Explain the connections between Abram's war and the events at Kadesh. (3)

Abraham conquered the very land the spies visited with 318 fighting men while Israel's 600,000 fighting men refuse to fight out of fear.

Explain how the three patriarchs are related to the three sins early in the book of Genesis. (1)

Abraham reverses Adam's sin against God in the garden by being a faithful preens who is willing to obey the word of the Lord and sacrifice his own son; Jacob reverses Cain's sin against his brother in the land by enduring troubles with his family; Joseph reverses the son of the "sons of God" to unbelievers by showing himself a faithful "son of God" who resists the "daughters of men."

In what ways is Adam's sin a failure to be a priest (1)

Adam failed to guard the Garden from the lying accusations of the serpent. His failure to protect the Garden resulted in his willingness to serve the serpent rather than the Lord, which made him a servant rather than a king.

What is the difference between Cain's sin and Adam's? Between Cain's sin and the sin of the "sons of God?" (1)

Adam's sin is in the Garden and has to do with worship. Cain's sin is in the field (the land) and has to do with a brother. The sons of God sin by marrying the daughters of men (unbelievers) in the world.

Explain the "cycle" of the book of Judges from Judges 2. (3)

After Joshua dies, a generation arises that does not know the Lord. Because they do not "remember" the Lord, they begin to worship other gods. So God gives them over to their desire. He returns them to the slavery of Egypt. When they cry out for deliverance, the Lord raises a judge to deliver her, but the cycle starts all over again after the death of the judge.

Give some examples of the power of a prophet's word in 1-2 Kings. (5)

Ahijah prophesies that the kingdom of Israel will be torn in two, and it happens. The word of the Lord is fulfilled against Eli. The Lord hardens the heart of Rehoboam, fulfilling Ahijah's words.

What made Ahab's reign worse than any other? (5)

All of his actions--rebuilding the altars and shrines, marrying Jezebel, a Sidonian princess, and rebuilding the city of Jericho--are all attempts to undo the conquest of Joshua.

What was the condition of Israel during Jonah's life? How does this help us understand Jonah's flight? (5)

Although Jeroboam II is an evil king, the Lord has mercy and restores some of the land the other kings have lost. Assyria is becoming a threat to Israel. Jonah suspects that the only reason for the Lord sending Jonah to preach to the Assyrians is because Yahweh wants to show mercy to them. He knows that if the Lord has compassion on Assyria, Israel is in bigger trouble than ever.

What nation is the great power during the final days of the Northern kingdom? (5)

Assyria.

How is the tabernacle related to the tower of Babel? (2)

At the beginning, Israel is building Pharaoh's kingdom, but at the end, Israel is building a tabernacle for Yahweh. This is a fulfillment of God's promise to Abram, and Abram was God's answer to the Tower of Babel. Israel is ready to build a house for Yahweh's name.

Explain the connections between the beginning and end of Exodus. (2)

At the beginning, the Israelites are enslaved to a wicked king who forces them to build his "house" and tells Moses that Israel belongs to him. By the end, the Lord takes His throne as King of Israel, showing that Israel belongs to Him through the Tabernacle.

Explain the "wedding ceremony" of Yahweh and Israel at Sinai. (2)

The "marriage" is officiated by Moses who brings the Lord's word down to the people. Yahweh, the bridegroom, reminds Israel of His past faithfulness and promises to continue to provide, His bride, if she will obey and honor Him. Israel responds by promising to honor and obey Him. The ceremony ends with a wedding feast.

What is significant about the "stone pavement?" (8)

The Jews do not fall on the stone pavement before their king, and so the stone will fall on them and grind them to power. The Jews renounce Him.

What happens while Jacob is in Haran working for Laban? (1)

The Lord keeps the promise He gave at Bethel and blesses Jacob. When he returns from Bethel, he has become two large companies.

What does the Lord threaten to do in Deuteronomy 32? How does this help us understand Jonah? (5)

The Lord promises that if Israel provides him to jealousy by serving other gods, He will turn His attention to other nations and provoke Israel to jealousy in return. Jonah knows this and is "provoked" by Yahweh's desire to show mercy on Israel's enemies.

What happens when Daniel and his friends obey God? (7)

The Lord protects and prospers them in Babylon and causes the Gentile king to praise His power.

How is Judah's deliverance from Assyria like the Passover? (6)

The siege of Jerusalem reminds us of Pharaoh's oppression of Israel. The conflict is also clearly a contest between the gods of Assyrians and Yahweh. As at the Passover, the angel of the Lord goes through the Assyrian camp and kills 185,000.

How is the world like a house? (1)

The world has foundations which support the earth and the heavens, which are spread out as the ceiling of a tent. This building language is used throughout Scripture.

Give a summary of the conquest. (3)

There are three states of the conquest. First, Israel conquers Jericho and heads north to defeat Ai, which gives them control of the central territory. After renewing the covenant, the conquest is divided into two main campaigns. In the South, Joshua saves the city of Gibeon from the king of Jerusalem In the North, Israel is attacked by the kings of the North. Joshua defeats the kings and Hazor is offered as a "whole burnt offering" to the Lord.

Explain the play on words "weight" and "honor" in 1 Samuel 3-4. (3)

There is a pun on the "honor" that Eli shows to his sons. Both "weight" and "honor" are based upon the Hebrew word "glorify." Eli gives "weight" to his sons. In doing so, he grows "weighty" with the fat of the Lord's offerings and this "weight" leads to his death.

How is the tabernacle like Sinai? (2)

They are structured similarly; both contain three "zones." The people may approach the base of Sinai, but are not allowed to touch it.

What are the first ten chapters of Numbers about? Why is this important? (3)

They emphasize how God is organizing His people in the wilderness. This is important because it shows how God is making the world new and preparing His people to be nation of new Adams and Eves.

What are the Jews afraid of after the raising of Lazarus? (8)

They fear that Rome will get involved and take away the temple and "nation."

Explain how Elijah and Elisha are like Moses and Joshua. (5)

They lead the people out of "Egypt," renew the covenant, and conquer the land. Like Moses, Elijah goes into exile where he meets a woman and "gives" her a son. Like Joshua, Elisha enacts a "reconquest" of the land, and though he calls down judgment, his ministry, unlike Joshua's, is mainly a ministry of mercy, not destruction.

What does the vision of the baskets of figs mean? (6)

They represent two different groups within Judah. The basket of good figs are those who have "gone out" of the land in an exodus to the Chaldeans. God will care for them and bring them back to the land. The basket of bad figs are those who remain in Jerusalem. They will suffer.

How are the exiles supposed to live? Why? (6)

They should live in exile peacefully because the exile will be long and Babylon's peace means peace and protection for the exiles. Israel should also build and plant during the exile.

What was Judah supposed to learn from the fall of Israel? (6)

They were to learn: If you turn from the Lord, the Lord will remove you; instead of subduing your enemies, your enemies will subdue you; instead of receiving tribute, you will be forces to give tribute.

Why are the tribes of Israel unable to conquer the Canaanites? (3)

They were unable to conquer the Canaanites because they failed in their duty to destroy the altars and shrines as the Lord commanded them and even joined in Canaanite worship. Because they failed in worship, they failed in conquest.

Explain the arrangement of the trial before Pilate. How many scenes are there? How are the scenes marked off from one another? (8)

This is Jesus' trial as the king of the Jews. Jesus is called "king" eleven times. The trial is divided into seven scenes. Each scene is divided from one another by Pilate's movements into and out of the Praetorium.

How is the meal after an offering connected with the covenant? (2)

This is a sign of friendship between Yahweh and the worshipper. A sign that the covenant has been reaffirmed and that there is peace.

What is Saul's third sin? (4)

This occurs when he doesn't carry out the ban of holy war God decreed against the Amalekites. Instead of destroying everything, Saul spares the best of the flocks and herds as well as the Amalekite king, Agag.

What is important about the phrase "that they may know that I am the Lord?" (7)

This phrase comes from the book of Exodus where Yahweh sends plagues on Pharaoh so that he might know who the God of Israel is. However, now the Lord is sending the plagues of Egypt on His own people so that they might know who He is.

Why are the numbers in Numbers important? (3)

This shows how God has been making faithful to His promise to make Abraham's seed as numerous as the sand on the seashore.

What is the significance of the incident with Nabal and Abigail? (4)

This shows that his patience with Saul will be rewarded. David waits for the Lord to deal with Nabal, and when Nabal dies, he inherits Nabal's land and wife, Abigail. The same will happen with Saul.

How does Jonah's life picture the threat of exile? (5)

When Jonah rebels against the Lord, he ends up being cast into the sea, a kind of evil. So too will Israel be cast into the roaring "sea" of the Gentiles.

In what sense are the animal offerings "bread for God?" (2)

When a worshiper presents an offering, he is bringing a meal to God. God "eats" the sacrifices as a sign of His friendship and as a continuation of the wedding feast.

What is Saul doing when he first appears in 1 Samuel? What does that tell us about Saul? (4)

When we first meet him, he is looking for his father's donkeys. He is a faithful son who cares about his father's animals.

What does Jeremiah promise will happen after the exile? (6)

While Babylon is a cup of wrath in God's hand, Jeremiah promises that after all the nations have drunk from it, Babylon herself will drink from it. God will send them to slaughter.

How does Jonah's life picture the promise of return from exile? (5)

Yahweh doesn't let his prophet die in exile: He sends a great fish to save Jonah and spit him back out on dry land. Once Israel has offered sacrifices of thanksgiving and pays her vows in a place of exile, the Lord will return them to "dry" land.

After Josiah's reign, why is the Lord still angry with Judah? (6)

Yahweh is still angry over the sins of Manasseh.

What is Zechariah's prophecy about? What does the vision of Joshua in filthy garments mean? (7)

Zechariah is concerned that Israel repent and "return" to the Lord with all their heart. The vision of Joshua in filthy garments shows that Joshua is a defiled High Priest who can't serve in the Lord's house, and thus cannot help Israel. Without a temple Joshua can't offer a sacrifice to make himself clean. The Lord tells His angels to put clean clothes on Joshua so he can be restored.

How is Zedekiah like Saul? (6)

Zedekiah sides with the people out of fear rather than listens to the word of the prophet. Jeremiah also speaks to Zedekiah three times, which reminds us of Samuel's three interactions with Saul.

Describe the map of the original creation in Genesis 2. (1)

Creation is divided into three areas: the Garden (east of Eden), the land of Eden, and the larger world.

Give some examples of how Daniel stays faithful to the Lord while in exile. (7)

Daniel serves the Lord even when it means that he must disobey the king of Babylon. When David refuses the king's food, Yahweh causes him to become stronger than other men. When Daniel interprets Nebuchadnezzar's dream, the king praises God and raises Daniel. When Daniel refuses to pray to Darius, Yahweh not only spares his life, but causes the king to praise God.

How does Ezekiel show us that the city of Jerusalem is a holy city? (7)

Ezekiel describes the temple as if it was a city. The measurements indicate that Jerusalem as a whole has become a holy space, since only holy places feature exact dimensions. The city's name means that the city is holy because the Lord dwells there.

Where was Ezekiel when he was prophesying? What was happening in Jerusalem at the same time? (7)

Ezekiel was taken to Babylon after Nebuchadnezzar's second invasion of Judah. He prophesied in Babylon at the same time Jeremiah was prophesying in Jerusalem, and while Zedekiah was king in Jerusalem.

Is Mordecai right when he refuses to bow before Haman? (7)

Mordecai "makes a show" of his faithfulness by foolishly refusing to bow to Haman and thus disobeying the order of the king.. His pride endangered the entire Jewish nation.

How does Jesus' miracle at the wedding feast show that He is better than Moses? (8)

Moses changes the water of Egypt into blood, and this is the first sign against Pharaoh and Egypt. Jesus does not perform a sign of judgment but a sign of blessing, changing water to the blood of grapes.

What is Ezra's job? How is this related to rebuilding the Lord's "house?" (7)

Ezra is a priest and an expert in the law of Moses whose responsibility is to study the law and teach it to Israel. By doing this, Ezra is building the house of Israel, which is the house of God.

Why are some of the Jews afraid to confess Jesus openly? (8)

Fear of the Jews' ability to "cast out" also keeps some rulers from following Jesus. They would rather have honor from men than honor from God.

What are the stories of God's three-story house? (1)

Firmament of heaven, the dry land, and the waters beneath the earth.

What are the different stages in rebuilding the house of God? (7)

First, the Jews build an altar, offer sacrifices, and celebrate the feasts of Israel. Second, they rebuild the temple.

What are the sins of Eli's sons? (3)

First, they sin against the sacrifices by taking whatever they can get for themselves. Second, they commit adultery with the women who serve the tabernacle.

What are the main promises given to Abram? How are these connected with the story of Babel? How are they connected with Adam? (1)

God promises Abram that his descendants would build the true "Babylon." He promises to give Abram a "seed." Adam was told to "be fruitful and multiply," while Abram is given a promise "I will make you fruitful."

Explain how the flood is a reversal of creation. (1)

God reverses creation by sending the flood to wipe out all that He had made. Waters again come to "cover the earth" and prepare the way for a "new" creation.

How are the laws of Exodus based on God's rescue of His people? (2)

God tells Israel how to live as His servants. Many of the commandments are rooted in the Exodus. The Lord tells Israel to live according to His commandments because they were once slaves in the land of Egypt, but the Lord has now rescued them, so they are to live as saved people.

How is the covenant with David like the covenant with Abraham? In what ways is it different? (4)

God's covenant with David is an extension of the covenant He made with Abraham. Like Abraham, David's son will have a great name. David, like Abraham is given a land for Israel to rest in. Just as Abraham is promised that Yahweh will defend him, so David is promised victory over his enemies. Abraham is told that his seed would bless all the nations, and David learns that this seed will come from him.

Give some examples of the Lord acting to save His people in the book of Esther. (7)

Haman's lot, resulting in a "delayed" date to attack the Jews; the king's willingness to receive Esther; the final reversal of Haman's plot.

What commandment does Jeroboam break? (5)

He breaks the second commandment by using images to worship Yahweh.

What does David do after he conquers Jerusalem? (4)

He decides to set up the throne of Yahweh there. This is an important moment in restoring the house of God that was ruined by the sins of Eli's sons.

How does Jeremiah describe Nebuchadnezzar? (6)

He describes him as a New Adam who rules all creation.

How does Isaiah describe the Assyrian invasion of Judah? (1)

He describes it as a river threatening to overflow its banks and flood the land. Because Israel rejected "the river whose streams make glad the city of God," God allowed the river to overflow and flood the land.

What does Hezekiah do during his reign? (6)

He fights against the Philistines and expands the lands of Judah. He also restores true worship to the Southern Kingdom.

Who is Haman? Why is this significant? (7)

He is an Agagite. Agag was the king of the Amalekites who fought against Saul. Israel failed to destroy all of the Amalekites. This battle is the final battle in Yahweh's war against the Amalakites.

Who is Jehu? What did he do? (5)

He is anointed by Elisha as the avenger against the house of Ahab. He kills Joram of Israel, kills Jezebel in Samaria, kills the seventy sons of Ahab, kills the seventy sons of Ahab, and gathers the worshippers of Baal into the temple and slaughters them.

What is the Lord planning to do to the people of the city? (7)

He is planning to destroy the city.

Who is "the world" in John 13-17? How do you know? (8)

He is referring to the Jews. We know this because Jesus tells the disciples that just as "the world" hated and persecuted Him, so "it" will do the same to them.

What are the duties of a "near relative?" How does Boaz fulfill these? In what ways does he go beyond them? (3)

He is supposed to redeem the land and slaves and take care of a brother's widow. Not only does Boaz allow Ruth to glean in the fields, but he also tells his men to leave extra grain. He also invites her to share in his meal.

What was Ahab trying to do? How can you tell? (5)

He is trying to reunite the Northern and Southern kingdoms under the house of Omri with a temple of Baal at the center. He makes an alliance with Jehoshaphat, the king of Judah. Jehoshaphat's son, Jehoram, marries Ahab's daughter, Athaliah.

What does Jesus mean when he warns about judgment against "this generation?" (8)

He prophesies that a great judgement is going to come on "this generation" because they are rejecting Him. "This generation" refers to the Jews living in Judea and Jerusalem during His lifetime. The generation will pass away and the temple will be destroyed. Shiloh is about to happen all over again.

What is Haggai's prophecy about? (7)

He rebukes the Jews for diverting their energies from building the temple to the construction of their own homes. The Lord's house is in ruins, and the Lord will bring ruin on Israel in response.

How is Solomon's wisdom connected to Adam? (4)

He requests to "know good and evil," which reminds us of Adam and the tree in the garden of Eden. Adam did not know good and evil, thus he was not allowed to eat from the tree. However, God grants Solomon's request, showing that he has moved beyond Adam.

To what does Isaiah compare the return from Babylon? (7)

He says that Israel's return from Babylon will be an event even greater than the Exodus. It will be so great that it will make Israel forget about her deliverance from Egypt. It will be a new creation.

Why does Jeroboam set up golden calves? (5)

He sets them up in Bethel to protect his power by keeping the Northern tribes from traveling to Judah to worship in Jerusalem.

What three sins does Solomon commit? (4)

He violates all three of the Lord's commands to kings in Deuteronomy 17. Solomon gathers a large number of horses and chariots, has a staggering amount of gold, and marries foreign women.

What is Adam's job in the Garden? (1)

He was to serve the Lord and guard the Garden. Adam met with God, worshipped Him, and protected the Garden from intruders (priestly duties), while he was to subdue the world and rule over it (kingly duties).

What was Ezekiel's first vision? (7)

His first vision is of the "glory cloud" of God's presence." In his vision, the cloud leaves Jerusalem and goes with the exiles into Babylon because of Judah's idolatry.

What happens to the blind man that Jesus heals? How is this a preview of what happens later in the New Testament? (8)

His healing is a "new birth." Jesus "remakes" the blind man into a new "Adam" by putting clay on his eyes. Immediately following his "rebirth," the man is put on trial by the Pharisees and cast out of the temple, a pattern for those who are "born again" in Jesus.

What does Manasseh's name mean? What does this show about his reign? (6)

His name means "forgetful" and during his reign, Judah is forgetful of God's law and covenant and of Hezekiah's faithfulness.

What are Daniel's visions about the "times of the Gentiles?" What message does this send to the exiles? (7)

His visions show that a new world has come, a world in which Israel will not be a separate nation but will be under a Gentile world empire. However, the Gentiles will not rule forever. His visions teach Israel patience during exile--she must wait for the Lord to come set up His kingdom.

What is the message of Esther to the exiles? (7)

If the exiles repent and confess the Lord among the Gentiles, Yahweh will exalt them and give them victory. He will also make the Gentiles turn to Him in fear.

Explain the connections between Gideon's battle with the Midianites and Saul's battle at Michmash. (4)

In both, the Israelites fearfully hide in caves. In both, the Lord sets Israel's enemies against each other, although both of the enemies are as numerous as the sand on the seashore.

How is the story that Ezekiel tells like the story of the Exodus and conquest? (7)

Israel comes out of a Gentile land and enters her own land; she fights with and defeats the nations; then she builds a house and divides the land.

According to Deuteronomy 12, what is Israel's mission? (3)

Israel is to utterly destroy all of the places where the nations serve their gods, tear down the sacred pillars, burn their Ashram, and cut down their engraved images as well as obliterate their name from the place.

What happens to Israel because of Solomon's sins? (4)

Israel is ultimately town in two.

What happened at the first battle of Ai? What did Israel learn from this? (3)

Israel was defeated at Ai because Achan took some of the forbidden plunder of Jericho, which has made Israel unholy. Israel learned that in order to have success she must remain holy.

What happens after the death of Aaron? Why is this important? (3)

Israel wins their first victory over the Canaanites. His death symbolizes the end of Israel's wandering in the "city of refuge" and now Israel is allowed to enter the Promised Land.

What is the last half of the book of Joshua about? (3)

It describes the division of the land between the tribes of Israel.

How does Hezekiah's reign end? (6)

It does not end well. After Hezekiah recovers, he shows the treasures of the temple to the Babylonians. Isaiah rebukes him, but says that judgment will not come in his lifetime.

What is the book of Deuteronomy? (3)

It is a collection of sermons that Moses preaches to Israel while they are still in Moab before they enter the Promised Land.

What is the tabernacle? (2)

It is a house that Israel built for Yahweh at Sinai. It was made of canvas and wood and was positioned with its door to the East.

What is the meaning of laying hands on the animal's head? (2)

It is a way of setting the animal apart for a particular job or office. The animal is set apart to be the worshiper's substitute.

Explain the order of the story of the Northern Kingdom in 1-2 Kings. (5)

It is divided into two halves. Both halves tell the story of seven kings, beginning with a king named Jeroboam and ending with a disastrous king. In between is sandwiched the stories of Elijah and Elisha.

How is the punishment for breaking the second commandment seen in the book of Kings? (5)

It is promised that those who violate the second commandment will be punished to the third or fourth generations. Nearly all of them last only a couple of generations.

Explain how the story of the tower of Babel is put together. What happens in the middle of the story? (1)

It is structured like a chasm. It moves towards the center and then back out again. The first half speaks of men's efforts to reach up into heaven to exalt their own name and prevent themselves from being scattered. At the center point, God comes down to judge their work. The second half shows the result of His judgment: the people's language is confused, they are scattered and the work on the tower stops.

What is Psalm 77 talking about? Why does it describe this event as if it were the end of the world? (1)

It is talking about Israel's exodus from Egypt. This is because the Exodus is a world shaking event. God is bringing an old world to an end and a new creation is beginning.

What is circumcision? What does it mean? (1)

It is the sign of God's covenant with Abram. Cutting off the old to receive the new. The Old Abram dies, replaced with the father of the "child of promise."

What is hesed? (3)

It is translated as "lovingkindness," "mercy," or "kindness," and it refers to covenant loyalty.

What does the vision of the "blown pot" mean? (6)

It means that the Lord is going to send the Babylonians from the north to punish Judah for her idolatry.

What is the story of Micah about? (3)

It reveals how deeply the Levites had fallen into idolatry. He hires a Levite to work in his idolatrous shrine. The priesthood has become servants of the highest bidder. Instead of having their "hands filled" (which is the meaning of the phrase "to ordain a priest") by the Lord, the Levites have their hands full of cash and are willing to work for any idol if the price is right.

What is wrong with the elders' request for a king? (4)

It reveals their desire for a "king like the other nations" is a rejection of the Lord's rule over them.

Why does the priest put the blood on the tabernacle furniture after the animal has died? (2)

It shows that death has taken place. In order for the worshiper to draw near to God, he must show that something or someone has died in his place.

What does the story of Laban's gods teach us? (2)

It teaches us that his gods are no gods at all. Rachel is sitting on his gods during the time of her monthly period, so the gods have become unclean, thus those who worship them are unclean as well. The idols also have no power to stand against the Lord.

What does Jacob call the place where he sees the dream? Why is this important? (1)

Jacob calls the place the "gate of Heaven." Later, he changes the name to Bethel, which means "the house of God." This reveals God's answer to Babel: "He will build a way to connect heaven and earth through Jacob's seed."

Explain the connections between Jacob's dream and the tower of Babel. (1)

Jacob sees a ladder reaching to heaven, the "head" of the tower of the Babel was to touch heaven. The difference here is that the ladder is built by God, not by Jacob.

What city is destroyed in Revelation? (8)

Jerusalem.

In what ways is Jesus' sermon in John 13-17 like Deuteronomy? (8)

Jesus gives a "farewell" sermon that mirrors Moses' final sermons to Israel in Deuteronomy. Just as Moses reminded Israel of the laws they were to obey, so Jesus tells his disciples that they must obey His commands.

In what ways is Jesus like Jeremiah? (8)

Jesus is also a prophet who warns Israel that her sins will soon cause the Lord to destroy His house.

How does John 6 follow the Passover-Exodus story? (8)

Jesus offers a new Passover feast to those who gather with Him on the mountain. Afterwards, Jesus crosses the sea and saves his disciples from the storm, which is like a new exodus.

What effect will the Spirit have on "the world?" (8)

Jesus speaks of the Spirit's effect on the "world." The Spirit will convict the Jews who have renounced their Lord and ultimately bring about a revival among them.

What does John teach us by reminding us of creation in chapter one of his gospel? (8)

Jesus' coming is the beginning of a new creation.

How is the trial of Jesus the trial of the Jews? (8)

Jesus' trial is a repeat of the times of Samuel. Israel is being tested about whether she will accept Yahweh as her king. As in Samuel's time, Israel rejects Yahweh and wants to be jut like the other nations.

How is the family of David restored to the throne of Judah? (5)

Joash, the last son of Ahaziah, is saved from Athaliah's destruction. He is raised up as a new Moses. He begins his reign by purging Judah of Baal worship.

How does John describe the "hour" of Jesus? (8)

John describes Jesus' hour as "judgment of this world." It is a judgment on the Jews.

Why is it important that John tells about Jesus cleansing the temple at the beginning of His gospel? (8)

John wants us to see Jesus' whole ministry as an effort to "cleanse" the house of God. Jesus brings the worship of the temple to a halt for a few minutes to warn the Jews about what would happen if they refuse to repent and believe in Him.

What is Jonah fleeing from? How does the Lord turn this around? (5)

Jonah is fleeing from the Lord's "presence" and from his calling to be a prophet. However, when he flees, he ends up doing what the Lord calls him to do.

What does Joash do after Jehoiada's death? (5)

Josh goes back to worshiping the gods of his mother. When he is confronted about it, he puts Zechariah, the son of Jehoiada, to death.

What does Josiah do during his reign? (6)

Josiah cleanses the land of idols, removes the high places, and starts to turn Judah back to the Lord.

List the kings in the last days of Judah. (6)

Josiah, Jehoiakim, Jehoiachin, and Zedekiah.

What happens at Kadesh? Why is this such a serious sin? (3)

Kadesh means "holy place." Earlier, it meant "well of judgment." Kadesh is a well-watered place in the wilderness, a small picture of the land of promise. However, Israel sins and fails to enter the new Eden-land.

What is Laban looking for in Genesis 31? (2)

Laban is looking for his household gods.

What does the land often represent? What is the sea? (1)

Land represents Israel and the sea represents the Gentile nations.

How is Joshua's movement through the land like Abraham's? Why is this important? (3)

Like Abraham, Joshua conquers the land through faithful worship. Israel's path of conquest covers much of the same area that Abraham traveled as he set up altars. This emphasizes that "once the land is consecrated to the Lord by worship, eventually the land will be conquered."

In what ways is Saul like Gideon? (4)

Like Gideon, Saul is initially a humble man. He does not seek to be king. He also refuses to do harm to those who formerly opposed his kingship.

How is Abram's exodus like the exodus of Israel? (2)

Like Jacob's sons, Abram went to Egypt to find food. While there, his wife is taken "captive" into Pharaoh's house and God visits the Egyptians with "plagues." Finally, Abram leaves Egypt with great wealth.

In what ways is Samuel like Moses? (4)

Like Moses, Samuel has many different tasks and serves during the transition to a new period in Israel's history. Both mediators of a "new covenant." Both are prophets. Both are military leaders and judges.

How is Jeremiah like another Moses? Another Samuel? (6)

Like Moses, he is reluctant to accept the Lord's call, that he cannot speak well. However, the Lord puts the words in his mouth, as with Moses. Like Samuel, he is consecrated from the womb and speaks of the resin of the sanctuary.

How is David like Saul? How does David's battle with Goliath show that he is superior to Saul? (4)

Like Saul, David has the "looks" of a king, which picture his character. David also receives the Spirit of God at his anointing. However, his battle with Goliath shows that he is a better man because although he is a youth, he is unafraid of the giant's taught while Saul is filled with fear.

In what ways is the tabernacle like the Garden of Eden? (2)

Like the Garden, the entrance is on the East, and there are Cherubim on the veil separating the Most Holy Place from the Holy Place. Israel, like Adam, is prohibited from approaching God's dwelling place.

Explain how the story in Genesis 31 is like the story in the Exodus. (2)

Like the Israelites in Exodus, Jacob leaves the land to go to live with his uncle Laban, is oppressed by his uncle, and then returns to the land with more wealth than he had before. It is an exodus story.

How is the tabernacle like the "house" of Israel? How does this help explain the sacrifices? (2)

Like the Tabernacle, Israel is divided into three groups. Most of the people are not priests while all of Aaron's sons are priests. Since the house of God represents the house of Israel, the priests are only required to sprinkle blood on various parts of the Tabernacle and not on the people.

How does Jeremiah describe Nebuchadnezzar and Babylon? (1)

Nebuchadnezzar is a sea monster who devours Israel. The Lord says that he will judge Babylon and punish Bel, a Babylonian God, by making him vomit Israel back into the land.

What is Nehemiah's job? How is this related to rebuilding the Lord's "house?" (7)

Nehemiah is responsible for rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. Building the walls of the city is part of building the temple because the holy city is part of the Lord's house.

How is Noah a new Adam? In what ways does Noah advance beyond Adam? (1)

Noah is also told to be "fruitful and to multiply and fill the earth." God also promises that Noah and his descendants will have dominion over the animals, but God extends Noah's authority by giving him the responsibility to execute murderers.

Who are the "Jews" in John's gospel? How does John emphasize Jesus' conflict with them? (8)

Occasionally the term "Jew" refers to all those who follow Mosaic law, but most often, "Jew" refers to the rulers and leaders of Israel who hate Jesus. The "Jews" as a people reject Jesus when their leaders do.

Explain some of the differences between the first and second exodus. (7)

Pharaoh let Israel go only after being crushed by plagues; Cyrus lets Israel go freely and gives them permission to rebuild the Lord's house. The Egyptians give treasures out of fear of God; the Persians give their wealth as a freewill offering.

How are Saul's sins like the sins of Genesis 3-6? (4)

Saul commits a sin is each of the areas of the earth: garden, land, and world. In the "garden," Saul sins by sacrificing without waiting for Samuel. He sins in the "land" when he makes his soldiers fast during the battle and then seeks to kill Jonathan. Finally, he sins in the "world" when he spares Agag and the plunder of the Amalekites.

What does Saul look like? What does that tell us about him? (4)

Saul is a handsome man and a head taller than any other Israelite. Saul's size and good looks indicate that he has the appearance of a king.

What is Saul's first sin? How does this sin make Saul like a king of the nations? (4)

Saul sins by not waiting for Samuel to offer sacrifice. Saul goes ahead and offers an ascension offering by himself. Saul's sin strikes at the heart of what it means to be a king: the king of Israel is to be directed by the word of the Lord, which comes through the prophet and the priest.

Explain how Saul becomes like Abimelech. (4)

Saul slaughters the priests of Nob who had helped David. Only one escapes, just as only one of Abimelech's brothers escapes from a similar slaughter. Saul asks one of his soldiers to kill him after he is wounded in battle, same as Abimelech.

What is Saul's second sin? (4)

Saul's second sins against the army and his son Jonathan. Saul rashly forbids his army to eat during battle. When Jonathan eats some honey at the end of the battle, Saul wants to kill his son.

Who is Athaliah? What makes her reign different? (5)

She is the daughter of Ahab and Jezebel. She takes over Jerusalem when she discovers that her son, Ahaziah, is dead. She tries to destroy all of her royal offspring, and sets herself up as queen. She interrupts the story of David's kingdom and nearly brings it to an end.

What effect does Jehu's attack on Ahab's house have on Judah? (5)

Since the kingdoms were so entwined, he also creates problems for the Southern kingdom. He kills Ahaziah, the king of Judah. He provides a painful lesson to Judah: if you get too close to the Northern kingdom, you'll be punished too.

Why does Solomon ask for wisdom? (4)

Solomon asks the Lord for wisdom so that he will be able to rule well as a king and judge the people rightly.

Why do some of Jesus' disciples leave Him? What does Jesus think of this? (8)

Some leave Him when things get difficult, some find his words about eating His flesh and drinking His blood offensive, some are offended by Jesus' claim being greater than Abraham's. These people are not of Jesus, but of the devil.

What is the meaning of burning the animal? (2)

"Burning" literally means "to turn into smoke." The animal is purified, transformed, glorified, and rises to become part of the cloud. It is a sign that the Lord accepts the offering as a substitute for the worshiper.

Explain the double sense of the world that tells us that Pilate "sat down" in the judgment seat. (8)

"Sat down" in Greek can also men "cause to sit." It is unclear whether Pilate sat down or whether he made Jesus sit down on the judgment seat. However, John's answer is that Jesus is really presiding at the trial.

What does Jesus say "the world" will do? (8)

"The world" will have their hour and will persecute the disciples and "make you outcasts from the synagogue."

What does the Bible tell us about the reign of Omri? (5)

1 Kings mentions that Omri builds up Samaria and makes it the capital of the Northern Kingdom. However, he mainly "did evil in the sigh of Yahweh, and acted more wickedly than all those who were before him."

How does Hannah's song compare Israel to a house? (1)

1 Samuel 2:8 describes the "pillars of the earth" supporting the house of Israel. Israel is described as a three-storied universe. Hannah is looking forward to the time when wicked rulers (pillars) would be replaced by the righteous.

How are the books of Kings a "reverse" of the books of Samuel? (5)

1-2 Samuel move from a distressed tabernacle to a new temple, while 1-2 Kings moves from the newly constructed temple to its destruction.

What are the rules for Israel's king in Deuteronomy? (4)

1. He must not multiply horses or chariots. 2. He is not allowed to multiply wives. 3. He is not to multiply in gold and silver or live in luxury.

What are the five basic steps of the animal offerings? (2)

1. The worshiper lays his hands on the animal's head. 2. The worshiper slaughters the animal. 3. The priest presents the blood of the animal in the tabernacle. 4. The flesh of the animal is burned on the bronze altar in the courtyard. 5. It ends with a fellowship meal which renews covenant.

What is a priest? What does a priest do? (2)

A priest is a "household servant" of the Lord. Only priests may enter the sanctuary, and only a High Priest may enter the Most Holy Place. Priests have duties more like Christian pastors.

How is the book of Numbers a story of the "death and resurrection" of Israel? (3)

Because Israel rebels at Kadesh, they are condemned to die in the wilderness. But a new generation has taken their place by the end of Numbers. Old Israel has died, but a new Israel has risen to new life.

Why is the kingdom of Solomon divided? (5)

Because Solomon's son, Rehoboam, foolishly makes the yoke his father put on the people even heavier despite their request for relief.

What does "subdue" mean? What is Adam supposed to "subdue?" What is the result supposed to be? (1)

Before the Fall, "subduing" the creation means that Adam would have to work hard to rule creation. He was supposed to "subdue" creation by making it pleasing to God; he was to raise faithful children who worshiped and served the Lord. He was to create a house for God within the house God made for him.

Why does Jeroboam choose Bethel for one of his shrines? (5)

Bethel was the plan where Jacob set up an altar to worship Yahweh. Jeroboam is making the case that the Northern tribes are the true sons of Jacob.

How is Joash like Solomon? (5)

Both are made kings after overcoming an opponent. Both reign for forty years. They are both called "the king's son."

Explain some of the similarities between the return from Babylon and the Exodus. (7)

Israel "plunders" the Persians and Babylonians. As Israel used the plunder of Egypt to build the tabernacle, now she uses the plunder of Persia to rebuild the temple.

How does David treat Sul when Saul is persecuting him? (4)

David does not rebel in order to take the throne. Although he is given opportunities to kill Saul, he will not "take" the kingdom by disobediently harming the "Lord's anointed."

What is odd about David's mourning for his son? Why does he mourn this way? (4)

David fasts and mourns while his son is sick, but when his sons dies he cleans himself up and feasts. We must understand that the death of David's son is punishment for David's sin of murder. David's son died in his place. When the child dies, David rises up to new life.

When did Jonah live? (5)

During the reign of Jeroboam II.

What is in each of the three "rooms" of the tabernacle? (2)

Each "room" contains furniture. In the courtyard is a bronze altar for animal offerings, also a bronze laver where the priests wash before entering the Holy Place. In the Holy Place, on the north side, is a wooden table with gold that holds twelve loaves of shewbread which are replaced every Sabbath. To the South is a lamp stand of gold in the form of an almond tree. On the West side, in front of the veil that separates the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place, is the golden altar of incense. The Most Holy Place contains the ark of the covenant.

What does the man of God say will happen to Eli's house? To the tabernacle at Shiloh? (3)

Eli's house will be cut off from the altar so that they will no longer do altar service or share in the sacrifices. About the tabernacle, Eli will see the distress of Yahweh's dwelling.

In what part of the land of Eden is the Garden? Why is this significant? (1)

Garden was in the east of Eden. After the Fall, the Lord put the cherubim at the entrance, which is east. Traveling east is traveling away from the presence of the Lord.

Why is it fitting for Joseph's story to be at the end of Genesis? (1)

Genesis begins with God's command to Adam to "subdue and rule" the earth; the book ends with Joseph subduing the earth and ruling the métier of Egypt. Joseph is a picture of what Adam was to become.

What happens when the Israelites want Gideon to be king? What does he do right after that? (3)

Gideon rightly refuses to accept. However, then Gideon asks for contributions of gold which he fashions into a golden ephod that leads Israel astray. He ends his career by leading Israel into idolatry.

What does the sign of the fleece mean? What does this say about Gideon's effect on Israel? (3)

Gideon wants a sign that the Lord has chosen him to deliver Israel, and the sign of the fleece is that sign. The first sign, dew drenched fleece, tells Gideon he is filled with the Spirit. The second sign indicates that through his work as judge, the Spirit is poured out on the dry ground of Israel.

What does it mean for Adam to be the "image" of God? (1)

God made man in His "image and likeness." An image is a copy. Adam and Eve were to copy God's work as they "subdued" creation. Adam was to be the builder as well.

In what ways is Solomon's reign a fulfillment of promises to Abraham? (4)

God promises Abraham that his seed would be a blessing to the Gentiles, and all the nations of the earth seek and are blessed by Solomon's wisdom. God promises Abraham and his seed a peace and safe land, which comes to pass under Solomon. God's promise of Abraham's descendants being as numerous as the sand on the seashore and stars of the heavens also happens.

What does Ezekiel see in the temple? (7)

In his vision, he sees the walls are covered with "every form of creeping things and beasts and detestable things, with all the idols of the house of Israel," and the seventy elders of Israel offering incense to the idols. A woman is weeping for a Babylonian god. In the inner court, the High Priest and the heads of the twenty-four priestly clans set up by David are bowing east, the direction of exile.

At the beginning of Esther, is Mordecai a faithful man? Why or why not? (7)

In the beginning, Mordecai is a compromised character who seeks influence and exaltation by encouraging Esther to hide the fact that she is a Jew.

What happens in the middle of dividing up the land? Why is this important? (3)

In the midst of the division, Israel sets up the tabernacle at Shiloh. This makes the land a holy land.

How does John foreshadow the conflicts between Jesus and the Jews in chapter one of John? How are the Jews "darkness?" (8)

In this midst of this new creation, John is saying that there is conflict: the darkness is trying to "overcome" the light. The Jews are clinging to the "old" creation once the light of God's new creation in Jesus has been revealed.

What are the three zones of the tabernacle? (2)

Inside are two rooms: the larger area is the Holy Place while the inner room is the Most Holy Place or "Holy of Holies." Outside is a third area called the courtyard.

Explain the changing meaning of "judgment" in Samuel's speech. (4)

Samuel talks of the "habits" of the king that are anything but just. It becomes clear that the king is a judgment upon Israel for rejecting their rightful king.

What does Naomi "lack" at the beginning of the book? How is this reversed at the end? (3)

Naomi lacks food, and her husbands and sons are dead. At the book's end, God provides food, a husband, and through the redeemer Obed, a "son" for Naomi.

What is a qorban? How does an offering renew fellowship between God and the worshiper? (2)

Qorban means "gift" or "something brought near." Exchanging gifts for Israel is a way of making a covenant between people. The offering stands in place of the worshiper as his representative and shows that he is really offering himself to God.

What kind of story do we have in Ruth 1? (3)

Ruth 1 is an exodus story. Instead of prospering as Jacob did, Naomi loses her husband and sons.

How does Ruth reflect the change from the time of judges to the time of kings? (3)

Ruth ends with a genealogy of King David and points the way to a new phase of Israel's history. Yahweh will not abandon her, no matter how she sins. He will raise up a King to be her Husband.

How is Ruth a story for all Israel? (3)

Ruth serves as a picture of God's faithfulness in the midst of Israel's rebellion. It shows us that God will restore all that Israel lacks. Naomi is a picture of Israel and the Lord's mercy to Naomi is a promise of mercy to His people.

What is the title for Numbers in the Hebrew Bible? (3)

The Hebrew name for Numbers means "in the wilderness."

How is the story of the capture of the ark like the Exodus from Egypt? How is it different? (4)

The Philistines discover that the plagues come upon them when they bring the ark to Philistia. Yahweh overthrows the gods of the Philistines. Even though Israel is guilty of idolatry, Israel remains in the land and Yahweh goes into exile. He takes upon himself the curses of the covenant and defeats Israel's enemies in the process.

Who is involved in building the tower of Babel? What are they trying to build? (1)

The line of Shem joins with Nimrod to "make a name for themselves." They were trying to create a sanctuary for Babylonian gods away from the presence of the Lord, trying to reestablish the "Garden" through their own efforts.

How is the "ascension offering" different from the other offerings? The peace offering? The purification offering? (2)

The ascension offering is the only offering that is entirely offered up in smoke on the altar. The peace offering is the only offering that the worshiper is allowed to eat. The purification offering involves the sprinkling of blood.

How is Joshua like Moses? Why does the book of Joshua show these similarities? (3)

The book of Joshua presents Joshua as the new Moses. Joshua leads Israel across the Jordan as Moses led Israel through the Red Sea. Joshua has the men of Israel circumcised as Moses had to circumcise his son. These show us that God has appointed a new Moses to lead a "new" Israel.

How is the book of Judges arranged? What is the story at the center of the book? (3)

The book tells about seven major judges, with Gideon at the center: 1. Othniel 2. Ehud 3. Deborah and Barak 4. Gideon 5. Abimelech 6. Jephthah 7. Samson

Explain how the books of Samuel follow the story of the Lord's house. (4)

The books tell the story of the end of one house of God and the beginning of a new house. In the first half, God judges Eli's house and brings distress to His own house. Then 2 Samuel tells how the Lord begins to rebuild His house through His promise to build David's house.

What event does Jeremiah refer to in his temple sermon in Jeremiah 7? What's the point? Why is it important that Jeremiah delivers this message? (6)

The mention of Anaboth reminds us of the destruction of Yahweh's house in Shiloh. Jeremiah reminds Judah of what God did at Shiloh and promises that He will do the same with the temple. His message: Shiloh is happening all over again.

What is at the center of the story? What are the soldiers doing? (8)

The central scene is when the soldiers whip and mock Jesus. They perform a mock coronation, pretending to crown Jesus king of the Jews.

What is the difference between the worship of the Mosaic tabernacle and the worship of the Davidic tabernacle? (4)

The clearest difference in worship is the role of music and song.

Who is being contrasted in 1 Samuel 2? How are they contrasted? (3)

The contrast is between faithful Samuel and Eli's unfaithful sons. Samuel is "adopted" into Eli's household, while Eli's sons are unfaithful. Samuel is "growing," which means "becoming great," while the sins of Eli's sons are growing "very great."

How is the tabernacle similar to the original creation? (2)

The creation is structured in three stories: highest heaven (the throne of God), the firmament (parts of the heavens), the land (Israel), and the sea (the nations). The Most Holy Place is the throne of God, the Holy Place is linked to the firmament, and the courtyard is where the people of Israel gather.

After his wife's death, in what way is Ezekiel silent? Why? (7)

The death of Ezekiel's wife is symbolic of the fall of the sanctuary, and Ezekiel is told to observe the High Priest's rules for mourning. He is told to be silent until "that day" when the city and the temple finally fall.

What do the false prophets teach? Explain the confrontation between Jeremiah and Hananiah. (6)

The false prophets teach that the Lord will deliver Jerusalem from Nebuchadnezzar. Hananiah says that the Lord will never judge Judah because He is so gracious.

How do the first three days of creations match the second three days? (1)

The first three days are God dividing one thing from another. First, light from darkness. Second, waters in heaven from waters on earth. Third, dry land from sea. The last three days, God is filling up the house. First, creating sun, moon, and stars. Second, birds and fish. Third, animals and man.

How is God's call to Abram connected to the story of Babel? (1)

The genealogy of Shem continues after the narrative of the Tower of Babel. It ends with Abram. Ironically, the Lord promises to make Abram's name great and to make him the father of a great nation, which were both things the Shemites sought at Babel.

Why does the man of God talk to Eli instead of Hophni and Phinehas? (3)

The judgment of God falls on Eli because, even though he had not sinned like his sons, he honored his sons above God, and he has received benefits from his sons' wickedness.

Explain the use of key words in Ruth. (3)

The key words, like "lads" and "empty," show how God restores Naomi's "lads" with a "lad" and fills her "empty" hands with grain. Ruth trusts in Yahweh and is protected by His "wings" and the Lord provides Boaz, who spreads his "wing" over Ruth.

According to Samuel, what is Israel's king going to do? (4)

The king is going to "take" from the people: sons of the army, daughters to serve, fields to give to his friends, as well as servants and work animals.

How does the temple revive the land? (7)

The new holy house/city of the Lord makes the whole land clean and fruitful. Water flows from the temple towards the east. The water restores the land and sea. It turns the land back into an "Eden."

What is Israel supposed to remember? Why? (3)

The old Israel forgot what the Lord had done for them, thus they died. Israel is to remember the covenant that God made with them so that their conquest of the land will be successful.

What is the difference between the purification offering and the reparation offering? (2)

The purification offering cleanses an unclean person of his uncleanness. The reparation offering turns a holy person back to the status of a commoner.

How do we know that the Garden was on a mountain? Give some examples of how this appears later in the Bible. (1)

The river flows from the land of Eden through the Garden. The Garden must have been on high ground. Ezekiel calls the Garden "the holy mountain of God." Samuel conducts worship at Ramah which means "high place." David puts the ark in a tent on Mount Zion and Solomon builds the Lord's temple on the same mountain.

How to the stories of Daniel picture God's promises to the exiles in Babylon? (7)

The stories of Daniel reaffirm Yahweh's words through Jeremiah to go peacefully to Babylon, accept the discipline of the Lord, and be a faithful witness before the Gentiles.

Explain the structure of the story of David and Bathsheba. How does this show that David's sin threatens the kingdom? (4)

The story centers upon Nathan's confrontation with David. Up to that point, David has covered up his sin, but after David confesses his sin, he is able to keep the kingdom. The narrative begins and ends with the siege of the city of Rabbah.

What is unusual about Israel's strategy at Jericho? What kind of warfare is this? (3)

The strategy focuses upon the priests instead of the army. This shows us that Israel's warfare is an act of worship.

Explain the structure of 1 Samuel 4-7. What is important about it? (4)

The structure shows Samuel as a military leader: A. Israel defeated by Philistines B. Ark taken and Eli's house destroyed C. Yahweh fights Dagon B'. Ark returned C'. Israel victorious over Philistines.

What do the sun, moon, and stars represent? What is Isaiah talking about when he describes heavenly bodies falling from the sky? (1)

The sun, moon, and stars often represent the kings and rulers of the earth. This can be used to describe the end of Babylon rather than the literal end of the universe.

How is the tabernacle like house? Whose house is it? (2)

The tabernacle has rooms and furniture like a house. In the court there is an altar (stove) for cooking food, the Lord's "table." In the Holy Place, there is a lamp, an altar for incense, and a table with bread. The Most Holy Place is Yahweh's throne room, which contains the ark, God's footstool, with the Ten Commandments.

How is the temple different from the tabernacle? (4)

The tabernacle's furnishings, were mainly visible from the inside. The temple's beauty was much more outward. Before this the Lord has never shared His house, but now Solomon lives "in" the Lord's house.

Explain how God's punishment of the ten spies fits the crime. (3)

The ten spies accuse the land of murder, and they are killed as false witnesses against the land.

What is the vision in Ezekiel 37 about? (7)

The vision of the "dry bones" is about resurrection from the death of exile. Israel died a divided nation; they are raised a reunited nation.

How does Israel behave in the wilderness? How does God punish them? (3)

The wilderness is a place of testing and Israel reveals her unbelief by continually disobeying the word of the Lord. Often, the Lord responds to Israel's sin by giving them what they want.

What is a "sanctuary?" What makes the tabernacle a "sanctuary?" (2)

The word "sanctuary" means holy place. Places become holy when the Lord visits them in His glory. Yahweh descends on the Tabernacle in a glory-cloud and makes it His.

Explain the symbolism of the miracle that healed the man at the pool. How does this show Jesus is greater than Moses? (8)

Water is a picture of the old order that Jesus comes to fulfill and replace. The water cannot make men acceptable sacrifices. Jesus comes to the broken sheep of Israel to give them abundant life. The Mosaic order of water and purification cannot heal, Jesus can. The man who has been sick for thirty-eight years is stuck in the wilderness, but in order to pass through the waters to a new life, he needs a Joshua. Jesus raises him up.

Explain how Jeremiah turns words about the exodus inside out. (6)

When Jeremiah commands Judah to "go out," he means that Judah should follow him in a new Exodus. However, Jerusalem is now the "Egypt" the people should leave, Zedekiah is Pharaoh. Jeremiah's exodus is an exodus out of Jerusalem and into the hands of Nebuchadnezzar.